Gerton
Census-designated place in Henderson County, North Carolina

Gerton is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Henderson County, North Carolina, with 290 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,671 ft (814 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Fairview, 4.3 miles NW.
- 290residents (2020 Census)
- 2,671 ftelevation · 814 m
- 3.7 sq miland area · 9.6 km²
- 78 / sq mipopulation density
- 28735ZIP code
About Gerton
Gerton is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Henderson County, North Carolina, United States. As of the 2020 census, Gerton had a population of 290. It is part of the Asheville Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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- Median home value
- $414,800
- Median age
- 70.1
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Gerton had 290 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 290 |
|---|---|
| Density | 78 per sq mi (30 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Gerton at a glance
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
|---|---|
| County | Henderson County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 290 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.72 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,671 ft (814 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.4758° N, 82.3504° W |
| ZIP code | 28735 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3725900 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Gerton
- Fairview4.3 mi NW
- Edneyville4.5 mi S
- Hoopers Creek5.2 mi SW
- Chimney Rock Village5.6 mi E
- Fruitland6.7 mi SW
- Royal Pines8.6 mi W
- Lake Lure8.6 mi E
- Swannanoa8.9 mi N
- Fletcher9.3 mi W
- Black Mountain9.7 mi N
- Dana10.7 mi S
- Mountain Home11.2 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Gerton
What county is Gerton in?
Gerton is in Henderson County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Gerton, NC?
290 people lived in Gerton at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Gerton, NC?
The ZIP code of Gerton is 28735.
What is the elevation of Gerton?
2,671 feet (814 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Gerton?
Fairview (4.3 mi), Edneyville (4.5 mi), Hoopers Creek (5.2 mi), Chimney Rock Village (5.6 mi), Fruitland (6.7 mi).
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